Does Leaving Your Phone Plugged In Ruin the Battery? Apple, Samsung and Google Weigh In

Nobody wants to let their phone run out of juice, but have you been afraid of overcharging your phone? Here’s the truth; modern smartphones are no longer in danger from being plugged in even when the battery reads at 100%. This means it’s perfectly safe to leave your Android or iPhone plugged in overnight without worrying about destroying the battery in the process.

But to be clear: Just because it is safe does not mean it is optimal. While you cannot technically “overcharge” a battery, keeping a…